Playway School Bus Crashes into Divider, 5 Children and 10 Teachers Injured

A school bus accident in Haryana's Jind district has left multiple children and staff members injured. The incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon near Nagra village when a mini bus from a local playway school lost control after experiencing a tire burst and crashed into a road divider.

According to reports, the mini bus was carrying approximately 17 passengers, including children and school staff, when it met with the accident. The bus was traveling from the village toward Jind when the tire suddenly burst with a loud explosion just after leaving Nagri village, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.

Injuries and Rescue

The impact of the collision shattered the front windshield of the bus, causing injuries to several occupants. The accident triggered panic among the children, who began screaming for help. Hearing the commotion, local residents rushed to the scene and helped evacuate the children and staff from the damaged vehicle.

Many of the injuries were caused by broken glass from the windshield, which hit several children on their heads and faces. In total, 5 children, 10 teachers, and the bus driver sustained injuries in the accident. 

Medical Treatment 

The injured were initially taken to the Community Health Center (CHC) in Nagura for treatment. However, due to staff shortages at the facility, they could not receive adequate medical care there.

School management members who arrived at the scene then transported all the injured to a private hospital in Jind, where they received appropriate treatment. By evening, most of the injured teachers and some children were discharged, while three children with more serious injuries remained hospitalized for further treatment.

No Complaints Filed

As of now, no formal complaints have been filed by parents against either the school management or the bus driver. Local authorities are likely investigating the cause of the tire burst and the overall safety measures of the school transportation system. 

The incident highlights concerns about the maintenance and safety standards of school transportation vehicles, especially those carrying young children.